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|running_team = Cryptex.org |
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|initial_hunt = 2018 |
|initial_hunt = 2018 |
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|last_hunt = 2023 |
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|num_hunts = 6 |
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|location = Online |
|location = Online |
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|link = https://cryptexhunt.com |
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The '''Cryptex Hunt''' is an annual, online hunt with a mechanic of searching for hidden puzzles. It is normally an event which runs for a week, where puzzles are released on a daily basis. |
The '''Cryptex Hunt''' is an annual, online hunt with a mechanic of searching for hidden puzzles. It is normally an event which runs for a week, where puzzles are released on a daily basis. |
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It is sponsored by Justin Nevins, who provides a Cryptex® as a first and second prize. The hunt traditionally takes place around March 1st, penned as 'International Cryptex Day' by Nevins. |
It is sponsored by [[Justin Nevins]], who provides a Cryptex® as a first and second prize. The hunt traditionally takes place around March 1st, penned as 'International Cryptex Day' by Nevins. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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The Cryptex Hunt was first created in 2018 when Errol Elumir wanted to create a puzzle hunt and Justin Nevins wanted to create a unique, custom Cryptex® as a prize for a puzzle hunt. |
The Cryptex Hunt was first created in 2018 when [[Errol Elumir]] wanted to create a puzzle hunt and Justin Nevins wanted to create a unique, custom Cryptex® as a prize for a puzzle hunt. |
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Since then, it has become an annual event where the first place winner receives a custom Nevins Line Cryptex®, and a second draw prize of a standard 5-ring Cryptex®. |
Since then, it has become an annual event where the first place winner receives a custom Nevins Line Cryptex®, and a second draw prize of a standard 5-ring Cryptex®. |
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!Notes |
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|[[Cryptex Hunt 2018|2018]] |
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|2018-02-24 |
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|Puzzles were hidden in a MUD. |
|Puzzles were hidden in a MUD. |
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|[[Cryptex Hunt 2019|2019]] |
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|2019-03-01 |
|2019-03-01 |
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|Puzzles were hidden in a magazine. |
|Puzzles were hidden in a magazine. |
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|[[Cryptex Hunt 2020|2020]] |
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|2020 |
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|2020-02-29 |
|2020-02-29 |
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|9+bonus |
|9+bonus |
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|Puzzles were hidden in a novel. |
|Puzzles were hidden in a novel. |
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|[[Cryptex Hunt 2021|2021]] |
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|2021 |
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|2021-03-01 |
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|10+2 metas |
|10+2 metas |
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|Puzzles were hidden in 8-bit adventure games. |
|Puzzles were hidden in 8-bit adventure games. |
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|[[Cryptex Hunt 2022|2022]] |
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|2022 |
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|2022-02-28 |
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|10+meta |
|10+meta |
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|Puzzles were hidden in puzzles. |
|Puzzles were hidden in puzzles. |
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|[[Cryptex Hunt 2023|2023]] |
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|2023-05-01 |
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|11+2 metas |
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|Puzzles were hidden in Youtube videos.<ref>https://cryptexhunt.com/2023/</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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[[Category:Annual puzzle hunts]] |
[[Category:Annual puzzle hunts]] [[Category: Annual Events]] |
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[[Category:Hunt Franchises]] |
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Latest revision as of 13:52, 9 June 2023
| Cryptex Hunt | |
|---|---|
 Logo of Cryptex Hunt | |
| Running Team | Cryptex.org |
| First hunt | 2018 |
| Most recent hunt | 2023 |
| Number of hunts | 6 |
| Location | Online |
| Links | |
| Link | Link |
The Cryptex Hunt is an annual, online hunt with a mechanic of searching for hidden puzzles. It is normally an event which runs for a week, where puzzles are released on a daily basis.
It is sponsored by Justin Nevins, who provides a Cryptex® as a first and second prize. The hunt traditionally takes place around March 1st, penned as 'International Cryptex Day' by Nevins.
History[edit | edit source]
The Cryptex Hunt was first created in 2018 when Errol Elumir wanted to create a puzzle hunt and Justin Nevins wanted to create a unique, custom Cryptex® as a prize for a puzzle hunt.
Since then, it has become an annual event where the first place winner receives a custom Nevins Line Cryptex®, and a second draw prize of a standard 5-ring Cryptex®.
Previous Hunts[edit | edit source]
| Year | Launch Date | Number of Puzzles | Notes |
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| 2018 | 2018-02-24 | 31 | Puzzles were hidden in a MUD. |
| 2019 | 2019-03-01 | 20 | Puzzles were hidden in a magazine. |
| 2020 | 2020-02-29 | 9+bonus | Puzzles were hidden in a novel. |
| 2021 | 2021-03-01 | 10+2 metas | Puzzles were hidden in 8-bit adventure games. |
| 2022 | 2022-02-28 | 10+meta | Puzzles were hidden in puzzles. |
| 2023 | 2023-05-01 | 11+2 metas | Puzzles were hidden in Youtube videos.[1] |
